THOMASVILLE, Ga. - Thomas County Sheriff’s Office arrested a man on multiple drug charges after it was discovered that he was using a pill press to make fake Xanax, according to WALB. According to the…
Extreme heat raises health concerns in Georgia
ATLANTA - The Georgia Department of Public Health urges Georgians to stay cool, hydrated, and informed during the recent high temperatures. Release: With temperatures expected to be in the high 90’s throughout the state for…
Georgia experiencing an uptick in COVID cases
ATLANTA - The Georgia Department of Public Health is reporting an uptick in new COVID cases and hospitalizations. Release: While the Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is seeing an uptick in new COVID cases…
Lowndes pools test positive for West Nile Virus
LOWNDES CO. - Two pools in Lowndes County have tested positive for West Nile Virus prompting residents to prevent mosquito-borne illnesses. Release: Two mosquito pools in Lowndes County have tested positive for West Nile Virus…
Georgia DPH District Health Director retiring
Photo: Current District Health Director Dr. William Grow (center) was presented with a plaque thanking him for his service. He is pictured with Deputy District Health Dwain Butler (left) and incoming District Health Director Dr.…
DPH seeks public comments on health grant
ATLANTA - The Georgia DPH seeks public comments on the Preventive Health and Health Services Block Grant for the fiscal year 2023. Release: The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is seeking public comment on our…
GaDPH WIC to host farmer’s markets across district
VALDOSTA - The Lowndes County Health Department's WIC program will host the annual farmer's markets across the district this summer. Release: Summer is the perfect time to enjoy fresh and local produce. The Georgia Department…
DPH hosted a free hearing test event
VALDOSTA - The Georgia DPH's South Health District in partnership with Georgia Mobile Audiology and VSU hosted a free hearing test event. Release: The Georgia Department of Public Health’s South Health District in conjunction with…
GA agriculture community promotes mental health care
ATLANTA - In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, the GDA, DPH, and DBHDD are partnering to promote mental health resources. Release: May is Mental Health Awareness Month and the Georgia Department of Agriculture (GDA),…